Join the Authority as a seasoned executive office manager supporting secretariat functions!
Temporary full-time opportunity - Until 31 December 2027 (35 hours/wk)
Role based in Lismore (Northern Rivers), with flexible/hybrid working environment.
Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $149,739 - $173,174 + super
About the role
We are seeking a proactive and strategic Business Manager to lead executive support functions and drive operational excellence for the Adaptation and Resilience division. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, you will serve as a key liaison between the division, the Office of the CEO, and Enabling Services, ensuring seamless information flow and organisational alignment. You will provide high-level risk and issues management and ensure the quality assurance of critical briefings and correspondence.
Lead and coordinate division-wide functions, including workload planning, resource allocation, and the management of secretariat and correspondence workflows.
Oversee the preparation and quality assurance of complex briefings, reports, and high-level correspondence to support accurate and timely executive decision-making.
Act as the primary point of contact between the delivery portfolio, the Office of the CEO, and Enabling Services to foster collaboration and achieve business outcomes.
Provide expert advice on emerging risks and sensitive issues, implementing prompt mitigation strategies to minimise organisational impact.
About You
You are a highly organised leader with a proven track record in strategic executive support and the ability to navigate complex, high-pressure environments. You must possess exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage sensitive stakeholder relationships and act as a principal liaison across various delivery divisions and senior leadership offices. Additionally, we are looking for a sharp analytical thinker who can provide proactive risk and issues management while maintaining the utmost discretion and professional integrity.
Apply now if you’d like an opportunity to shape executive decision-making and operational success!
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in relevant field and/or relevant work experience
Demonstrated experience in exercising sound judgement, particularly in matters of great political sensitivity, strict confidentiality and/or potential controversy.
For more information read the full Role Description: Business Manager
About the Agency
The NSW Reconstruction Authority is a statutory corporation and executive agency of the Premier’s Department, that will improve how NSW plans for disasters and ensure that we recover from them faster.
To reduce the severity and impacts of disasters, the NSW Reconstruction Authority will complete critical planning and preparation with communities, businesses and government. When disaster does strike, we will get recovery started swiftly and coordinate reconstruction efforts across agencies, communities and other stakeholders.
Joining our team with a rewarding job in a community-driven agency is just the start. The Authority also offers:
Flexible working practices
Contemporary workspaces and technology
Access to learning and development opportunities
Employee assistance and wellbeing program (with a cool app)
Workforce that values inclusion
Competitive pay and conditions
Fitness Passport with a choice of 200+ gyms and pools across NSW
To Apply
If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.
Applications close Wednesday, 3rd June 2026 at 11:55PM.
Should you require further information about the role please contact Kathy Le, Talent Acquisition Partner via email at Kathy.Le@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or on 0437 504 514.
A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.
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Great people come from all walks of life. At NSW Reconstruction Authority we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote gender diversity in our workplaces, the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and the employment of people with a disability. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background or sexual orientation.
We encourage and support applications from people with a disability. If you require an adjustment to be made to the recruitment process (including alternate formats) please contact the Talent Team via talent.acquisition@reconstruction.nsw.gov.au or 0437 504 514 and reference the Job Title and Reference Numberfor the role in which you are requesting the adjustment for.
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